Created by its member hospitals in 2006, Plexxus is a not-for-profit shared services organization with expertise in supply chain management, information technology and business transformation. Working collaboratively with our stakeholders, we deliver cost efficient services through scalable systems and processes.

Plexxus’ Vision, Mission and Values guide us in how we carry out our business and interact with customers, suppliers and each other.

VISION:Plexxus is a leading shared services organization delivering value to the health care system

We are recruiting a Senior Buyer to work at our TEGH site and be responsible for the following

Accountabilities:

Lead and Manage Request for Quotation, Request for Information, Request for Proposal based on customer requirements

Review material specifications with customer groups through meetings and ongoing communication with suppliers in an effort to acquire the best value (cost, quality, delivery, warranty) for material and services

Promote competition among suppliers for material, equipment and applicable services as per pre-established guidelines. Ensure the bid process is followed according to existing policies and procedures

Provide timely communication of project status with internal and external customers and escalate issues to Team Lead /Manager as appropriate

Provide bid analysis and recommendation as required

Prepare load sheets for SAP

Liaise between clients and vendors

Handle contract amendments, contract extensions, manage CMS database

Gather and analyze supplier data and information to determine viability of new suppliers

Ensure that business relations with suppliers are conducted according to the ethical guidelines

Administer transactions for major supply and service agreements and equipment, which includes monitoring compliance of terms and conditions

Review and verify material and service requests from customers. Manage purchase order process to effectively purchase equipment, material and services at the lowest overall cost consistent with satisfactory performance, quality and service

University degree in business related field and/or equivalent combination of education and experience

CSCMP designation an asset

Demonstrated commitment to providing a high level of customer service & continuous improvement.

Experience in administering terms and conditions of purchase orders and formal contracts

Demonstrated ability to organize, control and coordinate a variety of activities in a fast paced, team oriented environment

Knowledge and experience in materials provisioning, negotiation and an understanding of business and legal issues

Excellent communication and analytical abilities

Mathematical aptitude and proficient PC skills

Core Competencies:

Strategic Business Thinking – ability to understand business implications of decisions and to improve company performance

Customer Focus – genuine desire to meet customer needs and expectations, and to teach others to do the same

Relationship Building – works to build or maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders whose cooperation is important to present or future success

Self Confidence

Organizational Commitment – ability and willingness to align one’s own behavior with the needs, beliefs and values of the organization

Flexibility – genuine desire to be flexible and accepting of change

Teamwork – works collaboratively with others within a team or with colleagues to achieve common objectives

Listening, Understanding and Responding – the ability to interact effectively with other individuals and groups, including the ability to listen, comprehend and respond accordingly and thoughtfully.

Interested candidates please apply by uploading or pasting your cover letter and resume (combined into one file) using the form below. As a final step please enter the unique Captcha code to the right of the Captcha code field once your upload is complete.

Plexxus thanks all applicants, we advise only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. At Plexxus, we are committed to diversity and equitable opportunity for all individuals. Note: Interviews may take place during the posting period.

Posting Date: April 16/13 Closing Date: April 28/13

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